Belgium Workcamps 2025 – Volunteer for Culture, Inclusion & Heritage!

JAVVA’s international workcamps in Belgium offer volunteers the opportunity to engage in cultural events, heritage preservation, and social inclusion projects. These short-term volunteer programs provide a meaningful way to contribute to local communities while experiencing Belgian culture.

Special Olympics Belgium (Courtrai) – Support Athletes with Disabilities

Dates: 25 May – 1 June 2025
Focus: Disability support, sports, event logistics
Activities:

  • Assist with event setup & logistics
  • Support athletes with intellectual disabilities during the competition
  • Participate in the Opening & Closing Ceremonies

Accommodation: Hostel dormitories
Fee: No extra fee

Couleur Café Festival (Brussels) – Help Organize a Multicultural Music Festival

Dates: 18 June – 3 July 2025
Focus: Festival organization, multiculturalism, sustainability
Activities:

  • Assist with stage setup, logistics, and decoration
  • Work in catering and eco-cleaning teams
  • Enjoy free entry to the festival during breaks

Accommodation: Camping on-site (tents provided)
Fee: No extra fee

Building Youth – Renovation & Eco-Construction (Templeuve)

Dates: 12 July – 26 July 2025
Focus: Eco-construction, renovation, education
Activities:

  • Help renovate a school using sustainable materials
  • Work on building maintenance & repairs
  • Engage in community projects with local children

Accommodation: Dormitories in the school
Fee: No extra fee

Folk Festival of Marsinne (Marsinne) – Promote Traditional Music & Arts

Dates: 8 September – 19 September 2025
Focus: Cultural heritage, music, community engagement
Activities:

  • Help set up and dismantle the festival
  • Assist with bar, decorations, and logistics
  • Enjoy traditional music and folk dance workshops

Accommodation: Indoor dorms
Fee: No extra fee

Key Details for All Workcamps

Language: English (French useful but not required)
Meals: Provided by the host organizations (vegetarian options available)
Accommodation: Varies (hostels, dormitories, tents, or caravans)
Sustainability: Volunteers are encouraged to use eco-friendly transportation

FAQ and applying HERE.

Support cultural events, assist athletes, restore heritage sites, and make new international friends in Belgium!